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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Eight.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the First Secretary promise Aubrey?
(a) Command of the Blackwater.
(b) Command of the Essex.
(c) Command of the Shannon.
(d) Command of the Leopard.

2. How long does Aubrey think it will be before the Surprise is ready to sail?
(a) A couple days.
(b) Several months.
(c) He has no idea.
(d) About 2 weeks.

3. To whom does Aubrey report upon his return to Malta?
(a) Admiral Hartley.
(b) The aide de camp to the Commander-in-Chief.
(c) Admiral Leighton.
(d) The Commander-in-Chief.

4. What is happening to the Surprise?
(a) It is being sold out of service.
(b) It is being fitted as a frigate.
(c) It is deemed damaged beyond repair and is going to be sunk.
(d) It is being returned to service with Pullings as captain.

5. What does the Dromedary encounter at sea?
(a) A French privateer.
(b) Good weather.
(c) An American privateer.
(d) A Barbary coast pirate.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Aubrey request camels immediately?

2. What does Maturin think could happen if it becomes known what has happened to Mr. Fielding?

3. What is Maturin doing as Aubrey conferences with the Admiral?

4. What does Dr. Graham enjoy doing as a pastime?

5. How do Aubrey and his crew travel in the desert?

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